It’s been a fantastic year of content for The City Menus! With nearly 1.15 million total page views (as of December 17), it’s only fitting that we break it down to see what were the top stories of 2023. So without further adieu… drumroll, please!
Villa Rica High School Celebrates New Stadium with Virtual Ground Breaking
Carroll County Schools and partners host safe community event via broadcast on Facebook Live Villa Rica High School is excited to break ground on its
Community Whole Again After Winter Fire
A community is made whole again after a January fire displaced dozens of residents and an entire unit had to be rebuilt. As of
Opioid Crisis: A Community Response 2019
Gradick Communications will host the first annual “Opioid Crisis: A Community Response 2019.” The panel lecture will examine how Carroll County is combating an epidemic
All About Animals Offers a Discount on Cat Services
June is Adopt-A-Cat Month! Why not get a second cat? Especially because we’re offering a 10% discount on services in June for any cat or
Sephora To Open At JCPenney At Arbor Place
We just got a breaking tip from the city about a major national retailer about to set up shop inside Arbor Place Mall. Sephora is
Marc Broussard Performs at the Carrollton Amphitheatre Saturday, June 4
On June 4th, internationally acclaimed recording artist Marc Broussard will perform at the Carrollton Amphitheatre to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of our region’s
CHS Senior Jennings Named National Merit Semifinalist
Carrollton High School senior Carley Jennings has been named a National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalist, joining an elite group of less than 1 percent of
The Squire Shop’s New Location
The Squire Shop officially opened their new location around November 13th in the Westover Square Shopping Center. Enjoy looking through some pictures of the new
Beloved Thumbs Up Diner to Open in Trilith This September
Now Opening in October The Atlanta institution’s seventh location to offer iconic breakfast favorites and famous offerings plus lunch and drinks seven days a week
Marshalls In Douglasville Gets Facelift
According to an open records request to the City of Douglasville, Marshalls on 2890 Chapel Hill Road in Douglasville, will undergo a major commercial renovation
School Principals, Law Enforcement prepare for new School Year with Safety Meeting
Coweta County School System administrators and local law enforcement prepared for the new school year with a county-wide review of school safety procedures. School principals,
Carrollton Parks and Rec named Agency of the Year
The Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department was named the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association Fourth District Agency of the Year. The Agency of the Year
Carroll EMC Linemen Volunteer in Costa Rica
Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative linemen, David Baskin and Andrew Harris, volunteered in Costa Rica for two weeks in July to construct the primary and secondary
New Fire Station 22 to Host Open House
Carrollton’s newest public safety upgrade will be on display for the community to see on August 30 when the Carrollton Fire Department hosts its open
Hurricane Zeta Causes Multi-Day Restoration
Tropical storm-force winds from Hurricane Zeta tore through Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative’s seven-county service territory before daybreak Thursday leaving more than 26,000 Members without power.
Georgia Department of Transportation Awards Contracts for Bankhead Highway Work
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) awarded nine contracts for State-wide transportation projects totaling $89,473,560 from the January lettings. The contracts were awarded on February
Students Get Hands-on Lesson With Kids ‘N the Kitchen
Learning is always fun when it’s interactive, and it’s even better when you get to make something new and delicious. That’s what Brittney Daily, a
Round Two Antiques Closing Soon
Round Two Antiques & Decor off Bankhead Highway in Carrollton will be closing it’s doors soon. Round Two Antiques & Decor was one of the
UWG Spring Preview Day Is Sunday, April 23rd Featuring an Optional Hispanic/Latino Track for Native Spanish Speakers
The University of West Georgia will be hosting their annual Spring Preview Day next Sunday, April 23rd! Preview Day, being one of the biggest events
Buchanan Gets A New Furniture Store
Buchanan Furniture and More has opened in Buchanan at 3118 Business Hwy 27 (Hilltop Drive) This is a furniture consignment store very similar to Encore
Victory Thrift Store: A Story of Redemption
Located in the Tri County Plaza in Villa Rica, Victory Thrift Store is not your typical thrift store. With two locations, one in Villa Rica
City of LaGrange to Hold Monthly Litter Pick-Up Event Saturday, January 12th
The public is invited to join the City of LaGrange for its monthly litter clean-up event Saturday, January 12th, 8:00-10:00 a.m. The group will meet
Annual Christmas Concerts In The Courthouse Begin Wednesday
For the 17th year, The Courthouse will be filled with Christmas cheer and good music, provided by our local school students. The holiday concert series
Fresh, New Look for Newnan’s Rednexican
One of downtown Newnan’s most popular eateries recently received a facelift that owners hope will complement the restaurant’s unique flavor. Rednexican, located at 2 East
Join the Labor Day 5K at The Avenue Peachtree City
The Avenue Peachtree City is celebrating Labor Day with the Labor Day 5K for two and four-legged friends. The Labor Day 5K route includes a combination
Press Release: Proposed Property Tax Increase
The Coweta County School System Board of Education today announces its intention to keep the millage rate for maintenance and operations at 18.59 mills, where
Oak Mountain Academy Students Sign Honor Pledge
Oak Mountain Academy recently held its annual Honor Code Assembly for students in Kindergarten through 12th grades. Mrs. Paula Gillispie, Head of School, offered a
Temple’s Robinson Wins State Wrestling Title
Two Temple wrestlers made some noise at the Georgia High School Association State Wrestling Championships in Macon this past weekend. John Austin Robinson won the
Mattress Firm Opening In Lagrange
Mattress Firm will soon open a new store at 1510 Lafayette Pkwy in Lagrange. This new development would be in the side lot of the
Business Growth at South Park Plaza
A new business will open soon in the end cap at 1561 South Park Plaza directly off S. Highway 27 between Kroger and Lowe’s. According to Tony
Bowdon Car Wash
The car wash and laundry service off College Street in Bowdon will open soon the sign says. I was able to get past the barrier
Chapel Hill Rd Bank Outgrows Space, Moves To Hospital Dr
A well-known bank whose home was on Chapel Hill Road has moved to a bigger, nicer space on Hospital Drive. Bank of the Ozarks, which
Fastest-Growing Sandwich Chain to Open in Carrollton
Fast-casual sub sandwich franchise Jersey Mike’s just announced that it is coming to Carrollton. The new location is slated for the Carrollton Pointe center located
Southeastern Quilt And Textile Museum
Final preparations are underway at the new location of the Southeastern Quilt & Textile Museum off 306 Bradley Street in Carrollton. The Carroll County Board
It’s A Party, A Celebration of Hometown!
The Carrollton Sears Hometown Store is celebrating our first anniversary as an America’s Appliance Expert Store with a Hometown Block Party Saturday August 13. IT’S
Tanner Reports First COVID-19 Death, 150 Positive Tests, March 30
Tanner’s latest results on COVID-19 as of 11:40 a.m. on 3/30/20 are as follows: Positive test results: 150 Positive inpatient cases: Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton: 26
Sand Hill Elementary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
(Carrollton, Ga. – November 8, 2013) On Thursday, November 7, 2013, Sand Hill Elementary School celebrated its recent campus construction and facilities renovations with a
Newnan “Shop in the Name of Love” Charity Event February 7-8
Come to Downtown Newnan for a special event where you can shop for the one you love and show local non-profits some love, too! On
Carrollton Junior High School Gallery Award
At Carrollton Junior High School’s awards program May 2 at Tabernacle Baptist Church, eighth grader Gracie Clifton received the Gallery Award, presented to an eighth
Clay Patterson Announced as Carroll County E-911 Director
Clay Patterson, who currently serves as a Deputy Sheriff for the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office has been appointed as E-911 Director by Chairman Michelle Morgan.
Join Blue Fern for Their Indoor/Outdoor Artisans Market August 5 & 6
Just south of Newnan’s downtown historic Square, you’ll find the former Coca Cola Bottling Building at 167 Greenville Street filled with an abundance of local
Georgia DOT to Treat Portions of Regional Interstates Ahead of Potential Overnight Flash Freezing
The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is scheduled to start brine treatment of the northern and western portions of the interstates in the West
City of LaGrange to Hold Monthly Litter Pick-Up Event Saturday, November 3rd
The public is invited to join the City of LaGrange for its monthly litter clean-up event Saturday, November 3rd, 8:00-10:00 a.m. The group will meet
Pick Up Is Easier At The Highland Deli
The manager of Samba Loca Brazilian Steakhouse enjoys a quick lunch pick up from the Highland Deli! Just recently the new section of The Highland
Douglas County Declares May as “Mental Health Awareness Month”
A mental illness is a condition that affects a person’s thinking, feeling or mood. Such conditions may affect someone’s ability to relate to others and
Woman-Owned Seedtime Farmacy Steps In and Gives Back to Frontline Workers
Seedtime Farmacy® (www.seedtimefarmacy.com) recently donated $1,200 worth of natural herbal products to workers on the front lines, including nurses at Tanner Medical Center and food service
All About Animals’ November Special
All About Animals is offering a $1 exam to clients who bring in a pet they haven’t seen before. Their “Second Pet” Special is good
Country Cabin Discounts Now Open
CLOSED Country Cabin Discounts has now opened off N. Park Street near Pizza Hut. The $1 grocery store from the 7 Day Flea Market up
Family and Date Night Fun in West Point at Purge Nation
Those living in the Chattahoochee Valley can find something to do in downtown West Point for the whole family. Purge Nation recently opened at 719
Waffle House Maple Street Opens
The brand new Maple Street Waffle House opened yesterday at noon (May 7)! The team looks super happy to serve the community. The former lot
Clark to Lead Professional Learning
Carroll County School System named Cheryl Clark as Director of Professional Learning for the district at its Monday, May 16 Board Meeting. Mrs. Clark has
First Baptist Church of Carrollton Honors Living Well With Chronic Disease Program Graduates
While standing in the pulpit of First Baptist Church of Carrollton, Pastor Bradley Bell began to share a story about a recent health scare.
DMB Taxes is Giving Away Prizes
Wait for it this is good… If you have had your taxes prepared or referred a friend to DMBTAXES you will automatically be entered into
Southwire Launches Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Website
To further Southwire’s mission to build a culture that recognizes and celebrates the value of diverse backgrounds, equity in opportunity and inclusivity in action, the
Strong-Willed and Persevering; Evergreen Chinese Presses on Amidst Pandemic
Evergreen Chinese Restaurant, like all restaurants and businesses across the world, has struggled to generate business during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, their determination remains steadfast.
Philly Phresh: Veteran Owned Apollo’s Steaks Now Open
A native Philadelphian has turned his favorite childhood food into a business opportunity. The former owner of Philly Shack in Southwest Atlanta, Apollo is now
Zoo Atlanta Reopens May 16
Effective May 16, 2020, Zoo Atlanta will reopen to the public. As part of our commitment to the continued well-being of our guests, team members
Work Underway on Two RCUTs on State Route 61 in Villa Rica
Construction is progressing on a project building two Reduced Conflict U-Turns (RCUTs) on State Route 61 in Villa Rica. The RCUTs will improve traffic safety
Main Street Boutique’s Tax Free Back to School Sale Starts July 29th
It’s hard to believe that school is close to being back in session! Even though school supply shopping isn’t the most fun, shopping for new
Re-Thread Thrift Store Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary
A Carrollton thrift store will celebrate another anniversary in the coming weeks. Re-Thread Thrift Store, located at 1561 South Park Street, on December 3rd will
Tammy J. Robinson, MD, Joins Tanner Primary Care at Mirror Lake
A longtime Douglasville physician is moving her practice to the western edge of the county to take part in a comprehensive approach to patient care.
Art at the Admin: New Exhibit Through January 31st
Now through January 31st experience the art of Abryonna Williams and Joshua Phillips as the next installment of Art at the Admin opens at 22
Tanner Medical Center Carrollton Showcasing Gift Shop & Bistro Friday
For Immediate Release Dec. 5, 2012 With New Atrium Open, Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Showcasing Gift Shop, Bistro on Friday With the new outpatient surgery
UWG School of The Arts Presents and The Carnegie Library Hosts the Other Night School: The Many Faces of Benjamin Franklin
The Carnegie Hosts The Other Night School by the University of West Georgia School of the Arts on Tuesday, April 23rd from 6:00 – 7:30
Eyewear Retailer Makes A Move
We got a tip last week about a long-time retailer located at Douglasville Pavilion on Chapel Hill Road making the move to another location inside
Randy Evans Nominated as Luxembourg Ambassador
The following is a Press Release from UWG’s Gary Leftwich… As an attorney and advisor to top Washington politicians, Randy Evans has blazed a trail
Construction and Leasing Underway on Bellamy Carrollton Student Apartments
Construction is underway on Bellamy Carrollton Student Apartments – the newest private housing for University of West Georgia students. Located directly across the street from
Mt. Zion High School Students Wins Class A Literary Championship
(Carrollton, Ga. March 21, 2016) For the second year in a row, Alec Ashmore, a senior at Mt. Zion High school, has won the
A Fancy of Beauty, Food, and Retail Nestles in Newnan for 2019
For 2019 our top stories for Newnan include a lot of new eateries, a beauty salon, retail, and more. Rock Salt Milk Bar opened at
Alexander JROTC Raiders Place Third in State Competition!
The Alexander High School Raiders Mixed Team has worked very hard all year to take home 3rd place at the State Army JROTC Raider Competition
Cody’s Treasure Box Undergoing Changes
Cody’s Treasure box is undergoing changes in their inventory.
The Pineapple House Now Open
The Pineapple House Opens in new location at 518 Maple Street.
Another “Hidden Gem” to Take Former Space of Mother’s Kitchen
Following the silent closure of Mother’s Kitchen in May, another restaurant is set to fill the space at 33 ½ East Broad Street in Newnan.
College Board recognizes Central High School students
Pictured from left to right are Haley Harman, Mia Caldwell, Owen Warren, Anna Eddleman, Hannah Bowen, Alyssa Adams, Amber-Leigh Dalton, Kendra Ball, Kaiden Burkes, Cameron
UWG opera alumna breathes new life into scholarship
Future generations of sopranos – along with baritones, tenors and altos – will continue to hit the right notes at the University of West Georgia,
Central High School’s Ainsley Cowart Named to All-State Golf Team
Central High School junior Ainsley Cowart was named to the 2017-2018 All-State Girls Golf Team. Ainsley was nominated for the All-State honor by her coach,
Late Night Closures on a Stretch of Georgia 16/LaGrange Street Tuesday and Wednesday for Film Work
A film shoot in Downtown Newnan next week will require a stretch of Georgia 16/LaGrange Street extending from South Court Square to Spring Street to
Center for the Arts Hosts Program Fair for Fall Activities
Registration is now open for the Carrollton Center for the Arts’ fall programs and the center’s annual Fall Program Fair on August 7 will give
West Georgia Regional Library Receives 2017 PRIME TIME Family Reading Time Grant
The Georgia Public Library Services has awarded a PRIME TIME Family Reading Time Grant to the West Georgia Regional Library. The Library has selected Whitesburg
Maple Street: City Station
A ground-breaking ceremony was held on Sunday to begin officially the construction on City Station. The new development is a special project by Southern Hills
Main Street Boutique Opening This Spring
You might have noticed a sign for the past week in the window to the right of Gallery Row. Kelly Houck, the wife of Chad who owns The Irish Bred Pub will be opening her boutique in Spring of 2014.
Carrollton hosts Georgia Trail Summit in April
Statewide trail community gathers to keep trails high on Georgia’s agenda: Now in its third year, the Georgia Trail Summit convenes in Carrollton on April
One Main Financial Combines
One Main Financial previously had an additional location in the Carrollton Crossroads Shopping Center that will combine with the Bankhead location. The other location is
Carroll EMC Assists Louisiana Cooperative with Hurricane Cleanup
Linemen from Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative (EMC) joined crews from seven other Georgia co-ops in Louisiana to restore power to Members of Washington-St. Tammany Electric
Prestige Stone Works Opens Retail Showroom in Bowdon
Prestige Stone Works recently opened a brand new retail showroom in Bowdon near Simple Elegance. The showroom opened on August 2nd. You might had seen
Power of the Purse issues $17,000 in grants to nine local nonprofit organizations
The Power of the Purse, a women’s giving circle sponsored by the Community Foundation of West Georgia, has issued grants totaling $17,000 to nine local
Claire’s at McIntosh Plaza Closed
UPDATE: Now Closed Claire’s Accessories at Carrollton’s McIntosh Plaza is closing. The Shopping Center Group shows the space available for lease directly to the
UWG prepares today’s students for tomorrow’s careers
This National Intern Day, the University of West Georgia is celebrating and honoring the vital importance of experiential learning for students. Following graduation, many students
Steak n’ Shake Opens January 17th, 2013
Keep in mind this is a story from June 20th, 2012. Ground breaking has begun on the new Steak N Shake. The land preparations
Fashion Ferst: An Afternoon of Fashion and Fun
Ferst Readers of Carroll County is changing children’s lives with the gift of literacy. Join in the mission by purchasing tickets to Fashion Ferst’s 2022
LaGrange City Council Approves MOU to participate in a $41 Million Public-Private Downtown Development Project
The LaGrange City Council approved the authorization of an MOU between EYC Companies, LLC, Callaway Foundation, Downtown LaGrange Development Authority, Troup County and the City
Victory Thrift Store: A Story of Redemption
Located in the Tri County Plaza in Villa Rica, Victory Thrift Store is not your typical thrift store. With two locations, one in Villa Rica
Baxley Jewelers Moving
Baxley Jewelers is preparing to move into the former NewsStand space which closed a few weeks ago. The move will allow Baxley Jewelers to add 5
Family Dollar Announces Grand Re-Opening in Newnan
Family Dollar Stores, Inc., a leading small format and convenience retailer, has announced plans for a renovated store’s grand re-opening in Newnan, Georgia. “Family Dollar
Smoothie King Under Construction in Thomas Crossroads
Smoothie King is planning to reopen a location in the Newnan area. A new Smoothie King location is currently under construction off of Highway 34
New Garden Center off Lower Fayetteville Rd Opens
Breaking Ground Farm & Nursery truly did break ground off with an outstanding selection of plants, herbs, bushes, flowers, etc. We spoke to the owner
Another’s Treasure & Antiques named Golden Business of the Week
This week, Another’s Treasures was named “Golden Business of the Week” by Villa Rica Main Street. Located at 141 Main Street, they are known to
This and That Closes on Maple Street
We were informed today that This & That has closed. This and That focused on builder salvage and consignment goods. They were only open on
Goodwill Opening A Donation Center in Villa Rica
Goodwill is just about ready to open a new Donation Center in Villa Rica. The new location was previously home to Swirls Gifts and is
Chick-fil-A Coming to Poplar Road in Newnan
Construction of a new Chick-fil-A at the intersection of Newnan Crossing Boulevard East and Poplar Road is under way. The City Menus spoke with Chick-fil-A
